ABSTRACT
A primary function of every coach is to provide athletes with the opportunity to acquire, refine, and learn skills that will produce a successful performance in competition. This requires the coach to:
1 Identify the technical and strategic skills required for successful performance. 2 Observe and analyse their athlete’s competence in the execution of these
skills. 3 Design training opportunities to assist the acquisition and learning of these
skills. 4 Provide instruction and feedback on these skills in the training environment.
